Arts in Cinema is back in July with 4 brand new films, which all revolve around Italy – the founding place of the Renaissance, the land of art and history.
*The first screening of each film will be followed by sharing sessions, with presentations by Hong Kong based scholars.
Tickets: http://tinyurl.com/jf9wlq9
3/7 (Sun) 3:30 pm
Leonardo da Vinci – The Genius in Milan
The film tells the story of the years spent by the Renaissance Artist in Milan. Leonardo da Vinci was a painter, sculptor, scientist, anatomist, botanist, architect, and much more; he surpassed the spirit of his time and he is recognized as a Genius. During the 2015 Expo, the city of Milan chose him to be the symbol of a new Italian Renaissance.
*Post-screening sharing session with: Mr Angelo Paratico
Topic: Leonardo da Vinci during his two residencies in Milan: 1482-1499 & 1507-1513. Myths and historical facts.
10/7 (Sun) 3:30 pm
Florence and the Uffizi Gallery 3D
Florence and the Uffizi Gallery 3D is much more than a classic art documentary: it’s a multi-dimensional, multi-sensory journey into the Italian Renaissance through the most beautiful, representative works of art of the period.
*Post-screening sharing session with: Ms Marta Marotta
Topic: Florence: Cradle of the Renaissance.
17/7 (Sun) 3:30 pm
Teatro alla Scala – The Temple of Wonders
The film is a documentary dedicated to one of the most exclusive temples of music and performing arts the world over. It tells the story of the theatre which more than any other captured and tied indissolubly to it greatest names in the history of music.
*Post-screening sharing session with: Mr Peter Gordon
Topic: Recent Hits from Teatro alla Scala.
24/7 (Sun) 3:30 pm
St. Peter’s and the Papal Basilicas of Rome 3D
This is an extraordingary production rendered unique by the amazing experience and innovative use of 3D. During the film, four experts will discuss the basilicas (Peter’s, St. John in the Lateran, St. Mary Major, St. Paul Outside the Walls) and the works of art contained in them.
*Post-screening sharing session with: Mr Peter Gordon
Topic: Roman and Italian Great Domes.